All the Copa America Quarterfinal games were one-sided goal slams this past weekend (a neutral’s dream) with the victorious teams finding it far easier to rout their opposition’s defense then in the group stage games.

Uruguay, who struggled through the opening stage, defeated the host nation Venezuela 4-1 on Saturday. Diego Forlan’s much needed brace helped to set up a traditional Semi match-up Tuesday with Brazil.

It seems Dunga’s men finally found their scoring movements on Saturday in a 6-1 pegging of Chilean pins. Robinho also scored twice in this one as he inches closers to Pele’s record of 8 tournament goals.

Sunday’s games were no different as Mexico defeated Paraguay 6-0 in the first match. Of course, Paraguay helped defeat themselves as they gave away a penalty and a keeper red card in the first minutes of the game. Neri Castillo continued his run of form for the Mexicans as he forced and scored the penalty while also netting a 2nd.

Argentine, in a more true fashion, trounced Peru 4-0 to set-up a Semi with Mexico on Wednesday. Requilme continued his scoring touch as he finished 2 and orchestrated another for the champions in waiting.

Uruguay seems the weakest link of the 4 remaining teams, but should be able to keep it tighter against Brazil then the Chileans. On the other side, Argentine will have a tougher time against Mexico, but still look to remain undefeated.

So, another Argentina, Brazil final on the cards!

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